Paralegal

Noregon Systems; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Paralegal to join their dynamic team. This role involves drafting and reviewing business contracts, ensuring compliance with legal standards, and providing essential support to the legal team. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills, along with a deep understanding of contract law. This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with business partners and contribute to mitigating risks and protecting interests. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for legal work, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a business-to-business environment as a Paralegal.
• Strong understanding of contract law and principles with a paralegal certificate.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and contract management software.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate various business-to-business contracts.
• Ensure compliance with legal standards and company policies.
• Provide support to the legal team and maintain corporate documents.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Legal language understanding

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies, Business, Law, or related field

Paralegal certificate

5+ years of experience as a Paralegal or Contract Specialist

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Suite

Contract management software

Job description

Noregon Systems Inc | Greensboro , NC 27395

We are looking for a qualified and experienced Paralegal to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience and expertise in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating business-to-business contracts, as well as excellent communication, research, and organizational skills. The Paralegal will work closely with our business partners to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, protect our interests, and mitigate risks.

Responsibilities

• Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate various business-to-business contracts, such as service agreements, vendor agreements, licensing agreements, and confidentiality agreements.
• End-User License Agreements: Draft, review, and analyze End-User License Agreements (EULAs) to ensure compliance with legal standards and company policies.
• Compliance: Ensure that contracts are consistent with our policies, standards, best practices, and comply with relevant laws and regulations.
• Issue Resolution: Identify and resolve contractual issues and disputes, escalating complex or high-risk matters to the legal team as needed.
• Document Management: Maintain and update contract templates, databases, and records; track contract status and deadlines.
• Support: Provide support and guidance to the legal team and business partners on contractual matters; assist with contract-related projects and initiatives.
• Corporate Documents: Prepare and review corporate documents such as resolutions, bylaws, minutes, policies, and reports.
• Legal Research: Conduct research and analysis on relevant topics, including compliance, governance, mergers and acquisitions, and intellectual property.
• Records Maintenance: Organize and maintain corporate files and records, ensuring their accuracy and completeness.
• Project Management: Manage and track deadlines, deliverables, and payments for various projects and transactions.
• Communication: Coordinate and facilitate communication with clients, vendors, and other external parties.
• Administrative Support: Provide administrative and clerical support to the corporate legal team, such as scheduling meetings, taking notes, filing documents, and making travel arrangements.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of legal language, principles, research methods, court pleadings, and processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, and contract management software.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise discretion, and good judgment.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Paralegal Studies, Business, Law, or a related field.
• Paralegal certificate required.
• At least 5 years of experience as a Paralegal or Contract Specialist, preferably in a business-to-business environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of contract law and principles, and familiarity with various types of business-to-business contracts.
• Some related experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Travel Requirements

• 0%

This position description outlines the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Noregon Systems, Inc is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.